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property at 529 Southwest Pkwy

529 Southwest Pkwy

College StationTX77840

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property at 801 Luther W St

801 Luther W St

College StationTX77840
property at 211 Forest Dr Loop

211 Forest Dr Loop

College StationTX77840

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property at 208 Lynn Dr

208 Lynn Dr

BryanTX77801

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College Station, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in College Station, TX

Pricing Updated: 06/11/2025

Current apartment rentals in the College Station, TX area range in price from $439 to $13,720 with an overall median price of $2,005. The three College Station neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Midtown College Station at $439, Southwood Valley at $439, and Northgate at $519. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for College Station Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Midtown College Station$1,162$439216
Southwood Valley$1,325$439113
Northgate$1,514$519120
Tharaldson$1,554$439114
Crescent Pointe$1,560$729116
Harder Heights$1,639$51950
Wolf Pen Creek District$2,495$439110
Fields Of Runnymede$3,400$439178
Treasure Hills$3,400$80075

Cheapest Available College Station Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in College Station, TX is a Studio unit found at Villa West Apartments in the Harder Heights neighborhood priced from $569. Flats on 12 in the Fields Of Runnymede neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable College Station apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa West ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$569
Flats on 12S1Studio,1BA$650
The Grand 15011 Bed 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$729
The Gables ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$729
The Junction at College Station5 Bedroom Duplex Upper Deck & Location Premium5BR,5BA$735
Huntington ApartmentsUnit A1BR,1BA$739
College Main ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$769
Treehouse ApartmentsCypressStudio,1BA$775
The Heights at College Station5BR/5.5BA - The Howdy5BR,5BA$780

Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Station, TX

As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the College Station area is the $0.18 price per square foot 2411 Bandera Dr Model at 2411 Bandera Dr, Unit D in the in the Southwood Valley neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value College Station apartment is the 3/2 Model at Carter Creek Townhomes starting at $1,700 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Park Hudson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Station apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2411 Bandera Dr, Unit D2411 Bandera Dr2BR,1.5BA$0.18
Carter Creek Townhomes3/23BR,2.5BA$0.71
The Heights at College Station2BR/2.5BA - The Rev2BR,2.5BA$0.68
The Junction at College Station3 Cottage Upper Deck & Location Premium3BR,3BA$0.65
Crossing Place4 Bed x 2 Bath4BR,2BA$0.45
Woodlands Apartments 721r2garden2BR,2BA$0.76
Parkway Circle Apartments2X22BR,2BA$0.96
University Trails2x22BR,2BA$0.89
Gateway At College StationB12BR,2BA$0.93
202 Spruce St, Unit C202 Spruce St2BR,1BA$0.96

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Frequently Asked Questions about College Station

What type of rentals are currently available in College Station?

There are currently 346 Apartments for Rent in College Station, TX with pricing that ranges from $439 to $13,720. There are also 356 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in College Station ranging from $475 to $3,999.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in College Station?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in College Station ranges from $475 to $3,999 with an average monthly rent of $1,828.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in College Station?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in College Station range from $659 to $6,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $560 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $620 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $439.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

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